MINI turns 60
Iconic British marque celebrates six decades in businessOne of the world’s favourite small cars has celebrated a big milestone.
August 26 marked 60 years since the original Morris Mini Minor was presented to the public in 1959.
From humble beginnings six decades ago, when Sir Alec Issigonis designed the first Mini ‘Mark I’ in pencil on a tablecloth, MINI has grown to become an indisputable force around the world, immortalised by pop culture and the silver screen.
Though the 1959 original set the template for the modern post-war motor car, there have been dozens of other historic Minis through the years.
Here we count our top 10.
Top 10 MINIs
Along with its Hollywood stardom, MINI can lay claim to many other special milestones over the years. See the highlights reel here.
Top 10 things you didn’t know about MINI
Being seen is key to upholding your celebrity status. And MINI has been fortunate to boast some well-known faces in its customer inventory over the years, including our top 10.
Top 10 famous people who owned a MINI
Though it is small in stature, the MINI has achieved some fairly outlandish exploits in its history, several of them world record-breaking. Check out these stunts, each boosting the diminutive hatch’s status:
Top five MINI world records
Speaking of stunts, there’s the film that arguably helped the MINI become what it is today, the Italian Job. The 1969 heist film is one of several cameo appearances for MINI, see the other highlights here.
Top five MINI big-screen starring roles
Sometimes, however, not even film can totally appease the appetite of some MINI enthusiasts, who’ve pursued a desire to create their own interpretations. Check out the 10 craziest MINIs.
Top 10 craziest MINIs
Irrespective of your viewpoint, the MINI has ostensibly grown, both in concept and physical size, since its beginnings 60 years ago. With electrification and autonomous technology now in the immediate pipeline, it’s fair to say that evolution will continue well into the future.
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Top ten craziest Mini's
Top five Mini in the movies
Top five Mini world records
Top 10 giant-killing Mini motorsport achievements
Top 10 things you didn't know about Mini
Top 10 Mini's - 60th anniversary
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